Jamaica

 

Jamaica Fact File

Where is Jamaica?

Jamaica is an island in the Caribbean Sea.
It is south of the United States.
It has beaches, rainforests, and mountains.

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What schools look like:

Schools in Jamaica are bright and colourful.
Many have classrooms with big windows.
Some are in small towns or villages.
Schools often have outdoor space for play.

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What children learn:

Children learn:

• Reading and writing

• Maths

• Science

• Music

• Art

• PE

• English (the main language)

Some also learn Jamaican Patois at home.

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Uniforms:

Most children in Jamaica do wear uniforms.
Boys wear shirts and shorts or trousers.
Girls wear dresses or skirts.
Uniforms are often cream, brown, or blue.

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How children get to school:

Some children walk.
Some go by car or taxi.
Many take the school bus.
In villages, children sometimes travel together.

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Weather & Climate

Jamaica is hot and sunny most of the year.
It has warm rain showers.
There is no snow.
The sea is clear and blue.

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Food

People in Jamaica eat:

• Rice and peas

• Chicken

• Plantain

• Fish

• Breadfruit

• Mangoes

• Pineapple

A famous dish is jerk chicken.

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Homes

Many homes are bright and colourful.
Some are small wooden houses.
Others are concrete with porches.
Lots of homes have gardens and trees.

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Language

People speak English.
Many also speak Jamaican Patois, a fun, musical way of speaking.
Example:
"Wa gwan?" means What’s going on?

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Animals

You might see:

• Lizards

• Birds

• Goats

• Hummingbirds

• Crabs

• Fish in the sea

The hummingbird is the national bird.

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Free Time & Hobbies

Children like:

• Football

• Cricket

• Running

• Swimming

• Dancing

• Singing

Some children run very fast — like Usain Bolt!

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Cool & Fun Facts

The capital city is Kingston.
Jamaica is famous for reggae music.
The Jamaican flag is black, green, and gold.
Usain Bolt, the fastest man in the world, is from Jamaica.
People say “Irie” to mean good and happy.